By Michael Farnworth A Family History Imagine growing up in a family whose members are not fairly represented. The father has unlimited power, does as he wants, and rarely listens to anyone’s concerns. Being a spirited child, you have the idea that the family would be happier if it were run more democratically. Your …
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Roundtable: Abuse and Forgiveness
By Tresa Edmunds, Natasha Helfer Parker, and Dan Wotherspoon The following is excerpted from Mormon Matters podcast episode 110, “The Abuse and Forgiveness Dilemma,” released on 4 July 2012. It can be listened to in its entirety or downloaded by visiting www.mormonmatters.org. The discussion was led by Mormon Matters host, Dan Wotherspoon. Short bios of …
The Gift Inside the Trauma
By Kendahl Millecam Sexual abuse changes everything. It changes the way you relate to your parents. It changes the way you think about yourself. It changes the way you think about God. It changes the way you relate with those to whom you were previously attracted. It changes the way you experience people in positions …
Parenting After Abuse: From the Profane to the Sacred
By Tresa Edmunds I have finally managed to steal a few hours while my son naps. He had surgery to remove his tonsils and adenoids a few days ago, and ever since, he has wanted nothing except my attention. No ice cream could tempt him; popsicles offered no thrill. All he wants for comfort is …
A Double Theft
By L. Hadley Dream 1 I have two kids. Or maybe three. Yes, I think it’s three; it just sometimes seems like two. They are very intelligent children. And young. The eldest is only eleven. They are horrible. I feed them, clothe them, keep them clean. Help them with their ABC’s. Read to them. …
The Family Forum: Discipline Part I
By Michael Farnworth Ed.D Michael Farnworth retired from Ricks College after 31 years of teaching family psychology. He is married to Cindi Halliday and is father to Brad, Camie, and Jeff, along with their spouses Melinda, Nate, and Lindsay. He is grandpa to Joel. Contact him at: farnworthm@yahoo.com. Years ago my mother ran across the …